Heaven Bent

Tara Jean Stevens
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Dec 4, 2023 • 36min

S4B3: The IHOPU Meeting

It’s been about a month since allegations of sexual clergy abuse surfaced against IHOPKC founding-leader Mike Bickle. As the leadership's handling of the matter continues to be scrutinized, how did they break the news to IHOPU students? A member of the community recorded the meeting, so we can hear it for ourselves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 24, 2023 • 37min

S4 BONUS 2: The Initial Investigation

One of the most-influential charismatic leaders in America has been accused of sexual clergy abuse, and Tara Jean is following along in real time. On this episode, some former IHOPers react to the latest developments. As well, reactions to  Heaven Bent S4, a season that was raising concerns about IHOPKC right as these new allegations surfaced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 17min

S4 BONUS 1: The Allegations Against Mike Bickle

The founding leader of IHOPKC has been accused of serious sexual and spiritual misconduct by multiple women. Tara Jean returns with an update, and, her conversation with 3 former IHOPers who returned to IHOPKC last weekend, to hear this shocking news officially announced by leaders of the organization.Read the full IHOP statement: https://www.facebook.com/ihopkc/posts/pfbid02qMsZgxpoE6G67Di2TmToFeGxUFUme9tLgKw3wHiR9wfg5TnUrMFB4hHWqDP9NSDRlAnd Allen Hood's statement on Twitter/X: https://x.com/allenshood/status/1719441294970200467?s=20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 50min

S4E6: Gracia

Gracia dedicated 6 years to IHOP’s 24/7 prayer room. But, she has grievances about her time there, especially when it comes to how they handled her sexual assault claim. Also, on the final episode this season, the surprising person who is coming to Gracia’s defence.*CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW HEAVEN BENT+: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heaven-bent/id1513489117?itsct=heavenbent_podcasts&itscg=30200&ls=1&at=1001l3byi&ct=test-123 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 40min

S4E5: The Micahs

An exorcism? A false-murder confession? Rumours of a sex cult? Tara Jean explores the aftermath of Bethany Deaton's death. Also, a further spotlight on how IHOP leadership managed this crisis in their community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 46min

S4E4: Bethany

It’s 2012, IHOPU student Bethany Deaton dies in a shroud of mystery. Tara Jean explores what really happened and how it put IHOP’s spiritual practises, leadership and culture into question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 41min

S4E3: Austin

God wanted Austin Williamson to be famous, according to some leaders at the International House of Prayer. Austin dishes to Tara Jean about his time on IHOP’s elite worship team, and his coming out journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 50min

S4E2: Rachael

Rachael Bailey was once on the cover of the Kansas City Star. The headline read: “Youth Cult”. But was it? This episode, Rachael shares her journey at the International House of Prayer.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 25, 2023 • 39min

S4E1: The 24/7 Prayer Room

They pray 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the return of Jesus. What could possibly go wrong? Join Tara Jean Stevens for her exploration of the International House of Prayer, in Kansas City, Missouri. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 1min

S4 TRAILER: The International House of Prayer

The International House of Prayer, in Kansas City, Missouri, has been the #1 requested topic for a new season. So, here we go! Episodes coming September 25.The International House of Prayer, or IHOP as it's unofficially known, is a multi-million dollar, non-denominational, Christian organization that boasts a 24/7 Prayer Room. Thousands and thousands of people have been through its doors over nearly 25 years. In this season, we're taking a closer look at what happened there between 1999 and 2015, a period when the organization was experiencing exponential growth and their leadership was put to the test.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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